RakithaPeiris

Yup , forgot to mention those extras though. But the 32M model would have been a hot seller if they had it standard as i would gladly trade the 6 speaker system and the seats for safety . since most of my driving will be to the office and weekly shopping runs , it might not affect much , but as i've got limited driving exposure , i think i would push for one with ABS as it would be better to have than not have it . Thanks.

A new FZ from A-W costs 33M and it is a bit Spartan compared to the fancy Wagons sold out of sheds , but now that you recommended the Axia - i might give one a try - if not settle for a off-the-shed Kei cars . thanks

Dear all As a first time buyer , i did a month long research into buying a Kia picanto as it offers good handling and looks that will set it apart from the sea of Kei taxis floating around .My initial plan was to purchase the 3.2M automatic version (Since My budget cap is 3.2M max) But after visiting their showroom , i found it a bit disappointing that Kia doesn't offer ABS in their 2.9M manual and 3.2M Automatic versions (I thought it was a standard feature on all new cars) . And the version with ABS is sold for 3.4M . Although i feel that this price is a bit of a rip-off , is ABS really necessary for this car . Or should i bite the bullet and go ahead with a Kei model like a Wagon R/Nissan Dayz with the optional Safety pack (sold of course from your local mudalali)